2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Ford Mondeo and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Mondeo | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |